Gunners Scouting Teenage Defender
Arsenal have reportedly identified Barcelona’s Xavi Espart as a potential right-back target, though Tottenham Hotspur are also monitoring the 19-year-old, according to CaughtOffside.
The report claims the Premier League champions have watched the youngster in person and put together a detailed scouting dossier.
Arsenal are reportedly lining up a formal approach for Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz when the January transfer window opens, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes.
Why Arsenal Need Attacking Reinforcements
The Gunners want to keep their Premier League title challenge alive while going deep in the Champions League. Last summer’s pursuit of Morgan Rogers and Vinicius Jr reportedly ended without success, leaving Mikel Arteta short of options.
Bournemouth Set Huge Alex Scott Asking Price
Bournemouth have reportedly slapped a valuation in excess of £100m on Alex Scott as Liverpool and Chelsea monitor the England midfielder, according to Football Insider. The 23-year-old has been one of the Premier League’s most sought-after midfielders and is averaging 7.26 recoveries per game this season.
Chelsea are reportedly weighing up a surprise swoop for Real Madrid’s Trent Alexander-Arnold as they look to strengthen at right wing-back this summer.
Why Chelsea Want Alexander-Arnold
Two successive wins since the international break have put the Blues back in the top-five conversation. A return to the Champions League would be a major boost, particularly as they missed out on European football altogether this season.
Reds Reportedly Plot Summer Move
Liverpool are said to be weighing up a move for Aston Villa attacking midfielder Johan Manzambi, with the Swiss international earmarked as a possible replacement for Alexis Mac Allister. The Sun reports that Andoni Iraola and his staff have been impressed by the 21-year-old, and the club’s hierarchy intend to keep a close watch on him ahead of a potential approach next summer.